Security Engineer | Remote, USA - Military Veterans
at Optiv Security Inc.
This role will be working a third shift schedule. This team provides 24/7 support and this role will require shift flexibility.
As part of the Cyber Operation team, the Security Engineer will be responsible for implementing many of our complex cyber security solutions and evaluate/manage systems in relation to current emerging technologies. The Security Engineer will work closely with Sr. Security Engineers, Solution Architects, other Security Engineers and clients to complete high profile, critical services to existing Cyber Operations and Optiv clients.
How you'll make an impact:
Serve as a primary responder for Cyber Operations client systems, taking ownership of client configuration issues and tracking through resolution
Act as a point of escalation for other Engineers (Associate Engineer) and provide guidance and mentoring.
Advise best practice on SIEM and Enterprise Security products to both technical and relatively non-technical personnel
Provide remote consulting services via interactive client sessions to assist with implementation of multiple product vendors and technologies
Implement and configure discipline software and appliance-based products in large enterprise environments
Develop and maintain content and reporting
Provide escalation support to Tier 1 and 2 for Authorized Support Customers, following processes and interacting appropriately with both customers and partners when required
Perform knowledge transfers to clients regarding security and system configuration awareness
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
What we're looking for:
Bachelor's Degree in Information System, Security or Networking or Associate’s degree in above field with equivalent experience required
2-4 years experience in discipline domain required (SIEM, antivirus, endpoint, etc.)
General security knowledge (IT knowledge, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Certification, and other IT experience) Upon Hire preferred
CCNA, SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, MS Sentinel, Splunk or MCSE Upon Hire preferred
Experience working with Internal and client Ticketing and Knowledge Base Systems for Incident and Problem tracking as well as procedures. (i.e. Service Now, Jira, Confluence, etc.)
Practical knowledge and sufficient experience with TCP/IP networking and network protocols (basic understanding of OSI model)
Knowledge of MAC and Windows Operating Systems
An understanding of a wide array of server grade applications such as: DBMS, DNS, SMTP, IIS, Apache, SharePoint, Active Directory, Identity Management, Patch Management, LDAP, SQL, AntiVirus.
Training and experience in one or more non-SIEM network security products to include: Enterprise endpoint security products, such as SentinelOne, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, Cortex XDR.
Professional experience working with networks and network architecture
Confident presentation, written and oral communication skills
Customer Support
Desire to learn additional subject matter areas
What you can expect from Optiv
A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups.
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
EEO Statement
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Overland Park, KS
We eat, sleep and breathe cybersecurity. It’s in our DNA.
Optiv is the cyber advisory and solutions leader, delivering strategic and technical expertise to nearly 6,000 companies across every major industry. We partner with organizations to advise, deploy and operate cybersecurity programs from strategy and managed security services to risk, integration and technology solutions.
Benefits
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